16056 HIGHLAND BLUFF CT, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

$2,499,500 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
4,350  sqft
Built in 2003

Phenomenal property sitting on 8.93 secluded acres boasting 2 custom homes and a 1500 sqft studio. This unique and tranquil estate was thoughtfully designed by an internationally recognized artist using Feng Shui principles to maintain harmony with the outdoors. The primary residence known as “House of Doves” is supported by foundation consisting of 30’ deep, 18” wide cylindrical concrete shafts implemented by structural engineer Roy Carubba. Exterior entrance features salvaged brick, hand carved rafter tails, antique pine beams circa Civil War era and handmade African mahogany double doors. Step into the open living area with solid plank teak flooring and a stunning wall of sliding glass doors overlooking the private pond and property. Custom cypress cabinetry and antique pine beams in the kitchen draw your eyes to the West Indies style cupola with a 25 ft ceiling and trapeze style pendant lighting. Primary suite with travertine fireplace and cantilevered limestone mantel, Japanese seamless granite sinks and countertops, antique pecan cabinetry, custom shower with Italian etched glass and separate steam shower. Private side screened porch and rear veranda with hand forged railing, hand carved turn posts and hand notched corbels. Sit under the custom built 182 sqft solid copper topped gazebo or on your private beach area overlooking the stocked spring fed pond. Walk or drive the scenic path towards the Palmetto House, a hidden oasis overlooking historic Bayou Fountain. Featured on the Discovery Channel, this bungalow has been used as an Airbnb destination by worldly travelers. Studio with steel reinforced concrete foundation features iron railed porch, surround sound, architectural beams, hand crafted metal gussets, cast concrete floors, cantilevered mantel over fireplace with fossilized quartzite surround. All three structures seamlessly coexist with their natural surroundings displaying picturesque views of the grounds https://house-of-doves.viewpropertytour.com


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling 9'+,Ceiling Beamed,Ceiling Fans,Ceiling Varied Heights,Ceiling Vaulted,Crown Moulding,Inside Laundry,Skylight,Surround Sound
Master Bedroom:
MBR Ceiling 9'+,MBR Ceiling Fan,MBR En Suite Bath
Master Bath:
MBA Double Vanity,MBA Multi-Head Shower,MBA Separate Shower,MBA Skylight,MBA Tub: Jetted,MBA Walk-In Closets,MBA Water Closet
Kitchen:
Cabinets Custom Built,Cooktop Gas,Counters Granite,Dishwasher,Disposal,Island,Microwave,Pantry,Stainless Steel Appl,Wall Oven,Warming Drawer
Dining:
Breakfast Room,Dining Room Formal
Basement:
Slab: Post Tension Found
Flooring:
Cer/Porc Tile Floor,Concrete Floor,Wood Floor
A/C:
2 or More Units Cool,Central Air Cool
Heating:
2 or More Units Heat,Central Heat

Exterior

General:
Brick Siding,Stucco Siding, Balcony,Gazebo,Guest House,Landscaped,Outdoor Fireplace/Pit,Outside Light,Patio: Covered,Patio: Open,Porch,Sprinkler System,Workshop,Patio: Concrete
Style:
Other Style
Other Structures:
484

Construction

General:
Frame Const, 1.1-1.9

Location

HOA Amenities:
100.0, 9.4 x 8.3
School District:
East Baton Rouge
County:
EAST BATON ROUGE

Lot

Driveway:
2 Cars Park,Driveway,Garage Park,Other Parking
Zoning:
See attached detail description.

Utilities

Utilities:
ELEC: Entergy,GAS: Atmos
Water:
Public Water,Septic Tank
Sewer:
Public Water,Septic Tank

This listing courtesy of:
Burns & Co., Inc.

About Baton Rouge, LA

Housing

Number of Units
172,781
Median Home Value
$224,977
Median Rent
$840

44.98% of housing units are renter occupied.

11.91% are vacant.

Commute

Car
80.83%
Public Transportation
1.34%
Walk to Work
2.42%
Work from Home
14.23%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 21 minutes.

People

Population
380,807
Median Age
35.90
Median Household Size
2.60

Education

High School
25.59%
Associate’s Degree
5.31%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.65%
Graduate Degree
15.36%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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